Natalie Coddington
Harrison City
Summary
Dedicated Senior Biology student with 2 years of pediatric cardiac critical care experience and over 1 year of compassionate care for elderly and vulnerable adults. Reliable and caring, I am committed to helping sick and vulnerable children. As a flexible team player with a positive and upbeat nature, I aim to expand my experience and knowledge in the medical field. My ultimate goal is to apply to PA school and fulfill my dream of becoming a Critical Care Pediatric Physician Assistant.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
05.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated effective communication skills to coordinate with healthcare team and provide compassionate patient support.
- Administered point-of-care testing devices to perform blood glucose checks and other diagnostic tests.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Operated electronic health record systems to efficiently document patient information and manage care plans.
- Utilized vital signs monitoring equipment to measure and record patients' blood pressure, temperature, heart rate, and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support, providing emotional support, easing their stress and anxiety during hospital stays.
Nurse's Aide
GOLDEN HEIGHTS PERSONAL CARE HOME
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted 20+ residents each shift with daily living activities, ensuring they were on time for all activities and meals
- Provided social and emotional support to increase residents' morale
- Provided aid in maintaining daily hygienic care, including showering; oral and perineal care; incontinence care; and minimizing sores, soiling, and rashes
- Developed relationships with residents' families, exceeding expectations for patient satisfaction
- Communicated with nurses and physicians regarding any medical concerns
- Handled an average of 5 resident escalations per day, engaging with patients in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner
Server and Bartender
North Park Lounge
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Served food and beverages to patrons and prepared dishes at tables, as required
- Presented menus to patrons and answered questions about the menu items in a 50+ seat restaurant, making recommendations upon request
- Ability to operate POS terminals to input customer orders, swipe credit cards, and enter cash amounts
- Performed food preparation duties such as assembling salads, appetizers, and cold dishes, portioning soups/salads, and brewing coffee in a fast-paced kitchen
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology (Pre-PA)
Gannon University
Erie, Pennsylvania05-2025
High School Diploma -
Penn-Trafford High school
Harrison City, Pennsylvania05.2020
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- CPR certification
- Communication skills
- Medical terminology
- Time management
- OSHA & HIPAA compliance
- Patient monitoring and observation
- Pediatric Acute and Critical care
- Resident's rights
- Vital signs
- Physical examinations
- Infection control and prevention
- IV insertion and removal
- Professional bedside manner
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
05.2023 - Current
Server and Bartender
North Park Lounge
05.2022 - 09.2022
Nurse's Aide
GOLDEN HEIGHTS PERSONAL CARE HOME
05.2021 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Penn-Trafford High school
Bachelor of Science - Biology (Pre-PA)
Gannon University
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